Posts Tagged ‘footpainhamilton’
Help for Children’s Flat Feet
What is Flat Feet? This is a condition which commonly presents in children and adolescents. Foot shape and posture are mostly genetic and therefore mostly hereditary. At Waikato Podiatry Clinic, we assess every child individually with the aim of providing care that can improve foot function and posture, while addressing any concerns you may have…
Read MorePrecision strength testing with digital dynamometry
Are you recovering from an injury and wondering if your strength is truly back to 100%? We’re highlighting one of the biggest shifts in modern podiatry: moving from guessing to knowing, using advanced clinical technology like digital dynamometry. From estimation to accuracy In the past, testing muscle strength was a bit like a tug-of-war. We’d…
Read MoreBunions – We can Help!
What is a Bunion? A bunion (Hallux Abductovalgus) or a bony prominence at the great toe joint, is a deformity that can often lead to difficulty with footwear as well as pain from osteoarthritis and a slow dislocation of the joint. This condition presents as a deviation of the angle within the big toe and the ball…
Read MoreForefoot Changes
Understanding Forefoot Conditions: Bunions, Hammer Toes and Structural Changes While heel pain is one of the most common complaints we treat, a significant number of foot problems originate in the forefoot. Structural changes in this area can lead to pain, deformity, and difficulty with footwear. Understanding how the forefoot functions helps explain why these conditions…
Read MoreBunions
What is it? A bunion, or a ‘bony prominence’ at the great toe joint, is a deformity that can often lead to difficulty with footwear, as well as pain from osteoarthritis and even a slow dislocation of the joint. This condition presents as a deviation of the angle within the big toe and the ball…
Read MoreFallen Arches
Fallen Arches and Flat Feet A fallen arch, commonly referred to as a flat foot, is a condition where the arch on the inside of the foot appears lowered or completely collapsed. While many people associate flat feet with foot pain alone, the reality is that fallen arches can contribute to a wide range of…
Read MoreHeel Spurs
Heel Spurs and Heel Pain: What you need to know Heel pain is one of the most common reasons people seek podiatric care, and heel spurs are often blamed. In fact, heel spurs are present in approximately 20–40% of the population. However, the presence of a heel spur does not automatically mean pain, and this…
Read MoreCauses of Forefoot Pain
Forefoot pain can come from many different structures, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, and soft tissues. All of which work closely together every time you stand, walk, or push off the ground. Because these structures are small and tightly packed, even a slight change in alignment, footwear, or loading can lead to significant discomfort. This is…
Read MoreAchilles Tendon Pain
Understanding Achilles Tendon Pain: causes, risks & how a podiatrist can help Around 30% of people who experience Achilles tendon pain don’t regularly participate in sports or structured exercise. In fact, Achilles tendon issues are extremely common in adults over the age of 35. As we age, the collagen fibres within the tendon naturally change,…
Read MoreKnee Pain
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS): causes, symptoms & how a Podiatrist Can Help Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is one of the most common causes of pain at the front of the knee. Often referred to as “runner’s knee”, it affects people of all ages — from active teenagers and runners to adults who spend long hours…
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